New "Iron Man" set photos have emerged today, and they're not too far off from the A.I.M. set photos seen earlier in the week. The key distinction is the sight of a Christmas tree next to the A.I.M. building's entrance, confirming that the third "Iron Man" film takes place during the holiday season, at least in part.

The Christmas setting shouldn't come as a complete surprise to anyone familiar with director Shane Black's work. The filmmaker is known for setting many of his films during the holiday, with "Lethal Weapon" featuring a prominent Christmas scene, as well as his directorial debut "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang." Whether or not "Iron Man 3" takes place entirely during Christmas remains to be seen, but it'll certainly be fun to see Tony indulge in some egg-nog if only for a scene or two. And hey  potential for some Santa Claus-themed Iron Man armor? It could happen!